Program Manager III

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases

Program Manager overseeing project execution and process improvement for Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and developing project management tools.

Posted 6/22/2026full-timeSanta Ana • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $85,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute projects, report on project status, monitor project performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide guidance and support to cross-functional teams, create work instructions, and assign process flows, lead kick-off meetings, and provide regular updates to leadership.
Continuously assess and improve program management processes, drive continuous development of the program, and develop and implement tools and processes to manage project risk, estimates, costs, and resources.
Align program and project execution to the organizational and global goals, monitor compliance with policies and standards if applicable, and communicate status of active projects or assignments.
Ensure implementation of Company Standards and Workplace Guidelines are embedded into the project delivery process.
Develop and generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, relevant KPIs, team members and team structure, processes and process improvements, and feedback from end users.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Management, Engineering or a related field
A minimum of 2 years of experience in project management, preferably in real estate and facilities or engineering
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze complex information and make sound decisions.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to work with Project Managers to develop a project execution plan.
Advanced level of critical thinking, communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
Demonstrated sound judgment and ability to make effective decisions independently with minimal escalation to or supervision from manager.
Must possess exceptional communication and presentation skills
Advanced knowledge of project management standards and best practices
Must possess data management and problem-solving expertise
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Experience with performance management and ability to evaluate situations quickly and accurately
Skilled in motivating fellow team members to excel
Experience resolving conflicts and promoting organizational effectiveness
Must have change management and customer relations management experience
Excellent negotiation skills are a must.
Five years of engineering product/project management experience required
Bachelor’s degree is preferred
PMP certification is preferred
Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted.

Benefits

Comp & perks

New Employee Safety Training
Safety Awareness
All safety related training is provided and tracked by the EHS Director
Job specific training modules deemed necessary by employee’s Manager or Director will be required of all employees on an ongoing basis
Employees are required to wear Nikkiso provided PPE as/when needed. PPEs include, safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron, cut resistant gloves, safety gloves, hearing protection, hard hats & dust masks.

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementdata managementproblem-solvingperformance managementchange managementcustomer relations managementproject execution planKPI developmentcost estimationrisk management

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillscritical thinkingpresentation skillsrelationship managementdecision-makingnegotiation skillsconflict resolutionteam motivationorganizational effectiveness

Certifications

PMP certification